All 170 years articles – Page 6
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This week in 2007
In 2007, the Isle of Wight was considering a technologically advanced future
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This week in 2002
The ڶ Awards projects shortlist display the “highest functionality and aesthetics”, but this design brief was something else…
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This week in 2007
As we report on how government is failing to agree on the best way to renovate the Houses of Parliament while time and money mounts, ڶ feels this little gem from 10 years ago is most appropriate
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This week in 1977
As the inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire gets under way, with a parallel review of fire and safety regulations, ڶ was reminded of when it interviewed a fire safety professional who had plenty to say that is only too relevant for 2017.
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This week in 1997
As construction waits for clarification on Brexit, infrastructure and possible action on the housing white paper, ڶ looks back to a clearer time when the construction minister Nick Raynsford saw fit to talk directly to the industry
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This week in 1992
ڶ recalls another summer when the party in government was relieved to take its summer break
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This week in 1977
Four decades ago, businesses feared Middle Eastern markets were getting tougher
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This week in 2012
Five years ago the government held a Construction Summit to reassure the industry
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This week in 1987
Three decades ago Center Parcs promised a new experience “tested fastidiously” in Belgium and Holland
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This week in 1962
Some 55 years ago, ڶ’s leader was on a subject that has had tragic cause to be on the receiving end of much scrutiny this week – fire regulations
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General election in 1992
Another election kicked off by a Conservative prime minister to secure a solid mandate – but what a difference